Whites Beach (Torquay)
Long golden stretch north of Torquay Esplanade — year-round off-leash and usually quieter than the main surf beaches.
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Dog beaches near Torquay
Search by suburb to see the nearest parks, walks, hikes and beaches first. Growing curated list for NSW, VIC and QLD — not every council oval or trail. Always check council signs on the day.
Point Addis Beach (Addiscot Beach)
Surf Coast crescent beach between Torquay and Anglesea — stair access to calm-ish water sheltered by the point.
View placeThirteenth Beach (Barwon Heads)
Long Bellarine Peninsula surf beach with a huge off-leash stretch — unpatrolled with rough swell; keep dogs close.
View placeEastern Beach (Geelong)
Geelong waterfront swimming enclosure — on-leash paddles only near the ferris wheel and palm-lined promenade.
View placeMateLoop lists places for convenience. Distances are approximate from suburb centres. Council rules, times and seasonal bans change — always follow local signs and official council websites.